Sidelines: Maranacook boys basketball team aims to be the best — and it just might be

Even with no Gold Ball to play for, Black Bears are making a statement, Drew Bonifant writes.

2021 girls hockey team previews: Defending champ Lewiston excited to compete this season

Also, St. Dom's/Gray-New Gloucester/Winthrop treating 2021 like a normal season, while Edward Little/Leavitt/Poland adds to its depth with nine newcomers. and Mt. Ararat/Lisbon/Morse is ready to challenge the top teams.

2021 girls hockey preview capsules

Local roundup: Mt. Abram boys basketball edges Madison

Kenyon Pillsbury's 20 points pace Roadrunners. Also, more basketball and skiing results from Thursday.

Local roundup: Gardiner pulls away from Winthrop girls basketball

Lydia Rice leads Ramblers with 14 points, while Sage Fortin adds 13 and Maddie Perkins 10. Also, Edward Little sweeps virtual swim meet.

Boys basketball: Winthrop, Gardiner both looking to hit strides after shaky starts

Neighboring teams working to find continuity on both offensive and defensive sides of the court.

High school hockey notebook: Capital Region adjusts and adapts under new coach Richard Fortin

Cony/Hall-Dale/Monmouth/Erskine gets creative on defense; Kennebec shows mental toughness in strong start.

Local roundup: Winnie LaRochelle leads Rangeley past Forest Hills

LaRochelle puts up 30 points in victory. Also, Madison Forgue's 14 points aren't enough for Winthrop to beat Gardiner.

Girls basketball: So far, so good for Winthrop co-coaches Kelsey Ouellette and Jess Merrill

Unique setup is working for Ramblers, who are competitive again despite losing four starters from 2019-20 state runner-up.

Sure, face masks can be a hassle, but HS basketball players grateful for games

Maine has mandated masks to be worn by high school athletes during games. For some players the adjustment hasn't been easy.